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Chapter 3: And So It Begins

Kagome was busy getting ready for the day ahead of her. She decided she was going to wear a Valentino Long-Sleeve Windowpane Tie-Neck Shirtdress. The dress was an ivory white with black stripes. The dress hugged her upper body nicely, providing a nice silhouette the rest of the way down. It came to about mid-thigh, leaving the rest of her long and toned legs to be revealed. She paired the dress with a pair of Christian Louboutin Bianca Botta boots in black leather that came up about midcalf. She laid everything out on her bed so she wouldn't get anything dirty as she ran around doing what she needed to do.

After her phone call with Sesshomaru, she did her own investigating into the case. Finding a lot of information, she had called Menoumaru back and told him what she had found. She then called Sesshomaru once more to schedule a lunch with him so that they could discuss Menoumaru's fortune and how it came to be. Now she was busy running around her apartment getting ready.

After getting her file ready for her lunch with Sesshomaru, Kagome went into the bathroom and got ready. She did her hair, putting a few loose curls in it then pulling it back into an elegant bun. She did her makeup, a subtle natural look with minimal makeup and a soft red lipstick. After her hair and makeup were done, Kagome put on her clothes and shoes. She grabbed her bags and keys, put on her sunglasses, then headed out the door to meet with Sesshomaru.

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Sesshomaru was at the office earlier than normal. He needed to get enough of his work done so that he would be able to be on time for the lunch meeting with Kagome. He had a few meetings around that time with his father, but after rearranging the schedule and telling his father what he was doing, they rescheduled their meetings.

Sesshomaru was currently sitting at his desk going through his paperwork for the day. He had a few important emails that he needed to respond to so he went ahead and took care of them first, scheduling meetings for them to meet up as well.

Sesshomaru finished with his emails and looked at the time. It was already 10 o'clock. Leaning back in his chair, Sesshomaru took a sip of his tea.

"Mr. Tashio? You have a phone call on line 1."

Sesshomaru set down his tea and sighed.

"Thank you, Akia." With that, Sesshomaru picked up the call that was waiting for him.

"Tashio, Sesshomaru."

"Ah, Sesshomaru, hello. How are you? It's Menoumaru."

"Hello Menoumaru. I am well. How are you?"

"I'm doing good. I was just calling to see if Miss Higurashi got in touch with you? When I spoke with her a few days ago in regards to the trial, I had given her your information. I hope you do not mind. I cannot have this woman try and take my fortune."

"Yes, she called me. I am actually meeting her today for lunch to discuss this matter. Normally I would prefer to stay out of this sort of thing, but seeing as whatever happens to you in regards to your fortune will ultimately affect me, it leaves me little to no choice but to get involved."

Menoumaru laughed. Sesshomaru would always prefer to stay out of battles such as this, unless it was absolutely necessary that he was involved, and he would prefer it even more if the press weren't involved as well, but that situation was kind of out the window here.

"I know, and I apologize for you having to be involved in the first place. But you were the only person I knew that could help prove that she had nothing to do with my fortune. As for the press, I decided to let them know so that she would get exposed for it and hopefully back out. Once again I apologize."

The two continued to talk for a while, going over the hotel and what's going on there and other aspects of their partnership. After about 30 minutes, the two hung up the phone. Sesshomaru sighed, placed his elbows on his desk, then rested his head in his hands. This was going to be a long trial.

Sesshomaru finished up with his morning jobs. He looked at the time. It was now 11:30 AM. He figured now would be the time to leave so he could make it to the restaurant with little to no traffic.

Standing from his desk, Sesshomaru stretched then grabbed his suit jacket. He was dressed in a Kiton Windowpane Tic Wool Suit in gray. He had on a light grey shirt underneath his jacket. He paired the look with a nice royal blue tie. He wore a pair of Corthay Arca Patent Leather Derby Shoe in a Navy color. Sesshomaru pulled his hair back into a low ponytail. After grabbing his tea and checking his watch one last time, Sesshomaru grabbed his briefcase and made his way to the parking garage.

Riding the elevator up to the 4th floor of the garage, Sesshomaru made his way over to his grey Hennessey Venom GT. Sesshomaru unlocked his car, set his briefcase in the passenger seat, the started car and headed off towards the restaurant for his lunch meeting with Kagome.

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Sesshomaru arrived at the restaurant a few minutes before Kagome did. He gave his car to valet and decided he would wait outside for Kagome. It was a nice day out; it was relatively cool with a nice breeze and a slight overcast. The news had said that rain was in their future for the next few days and that the clouds would start rolling in today.

Kagome pulled up not long after Sesshomaru did. After giving her car to valet, she spotted Sesshomaru sitting on a bench outside the restaurant. After removing her sunglasses and putting them in her purse, Kagome made her way over to Sesshomaru.

"Mr. Tashio?" Kagome waited for him acknowledge her before continuing.

Sesshomaru stood from the bench he was sitting on and put his phone in his pocket when he heard Kagome approach. He held out his hand for her to shake as they went through their introductions.

"My name is Higurashi, Kagome and I am Menoumaru Seki's lawyer." Kagome shook his hand firmly. Normally women would give a gentle handshake, but Kagome liked giving firm handshakes, showing that she was their equal and felt as such.

Sesshomaru shook her hand.

"Sesshomaru would be fine. It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Higurashi." Sesshomaru silently looked her over; liking the outfit she chose to wear. It suited her well. She looked classy and comfortable, but still very professional and sophisticated.

Kagome gave Sesshomaru a small smile, silently looking him over as well. He was dangerously handsome, and the suit that he wore was tailored to fit him perfectly and there was no denying it. But right now, with this case, Kagome didn't have time for romance.

"Please, just call me Kagome. No need for formalities." Kagome smiled sweetly at them as they entered the restaurant.

Sesshomaru opened the door for Kagome, holding it until she passed. Once inside, the two were greeted by the hostess, who shot Kagome a disgusted look seeing her with Sesshomaru. The hostess favored Sesshomaru and always hoped that one day with her being extra sweet towards him, he would ask her out, but seeing her with Kagome made her think otherwise. Kagome paid her no attention as they were directed towards their table.

Sesshomaru, being the gentleman that he is, pulled out her chair for her and let her sit before sitting down himself. They both ordered a glass of red wine, browsed through the menu for a minute, ordered some appetizers, then began discussing the case.

Kagome pulled out her file folder that contained the case and set it on the table. After taking another sip of her wine, Kagome opened up the folder, and began asking Sesshomaru all the necessary questions in regards to Menoumaru's fortune.

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Lunch went rather well. When the two were done talking about the case, they decided to talk about each other. There was no sense in just sitting there eating lunch in silence, so instead of silence, the two decided to talk about each other. The two laughed and talked, enjoying the nice company, even if it was purely business.

Soon they finished their lunch. Kagome went to pay the bill when Sesshomaru stopped her and paid for it himself. Kagome thanked him as the two got up and gathered their things.

"Thank you for the wonderful lunch, Sesshomaru. If I have any more questions or if anything else comes up that I will need you for, I will give you a call. And if you need a lawyer for anything, feel free to give me a call. I would be more than happy to represent you." Kagome smiled sweetly at him as the two shook hands, leaving the restaurant.

"I will keep that in mind. Call me if anything comes up." Sesshomaru smiled and shook her hand.

The valet had their cars already pulled up waiting for them. After saying another fair well outside the restaurant, they each got in their cars and headed back to their offices. Kagome called Menoumaru as she drove, giving him an update on the case. She didn't leave out anything, except the friendliness between Sesshomaru and her at the end of the lunch.

Kagome pulled up to the office, parked her car, then went inside, all the while thinking about the lunch she had with Sesshomaru. He was a nice guy, unlike the cold-hearted person everyone else made him out to be. Kagome shook her head, it didn't matter anyways. She didn't have time for relationships, especially not one with Sesshomaru.

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Sesshomaru made it back to his office. He removed his suit jacket, set down his keys, then took a short walk to the break room to make a cup of tea. After returning to his office, tea in hand, Sesshomaru sat down at his desk. Signing onto his work computer, he checked all his emails. Seeing nothing of high importance that required action immediately, Sesshomaru pulled out his personal laptop from his bag.

Placing his laptop on his desk, Sesshomaru powered it on. As it logged on, Sesshomaru thought back to his lunch with Kagome. It was a very enjoyable lunch. Sesshomaru laughed for the first time in a long time. It made Sesshomaru miss having someone to laugh with and share things with.

After his laptop powered on, Sesshomaru pulled up an internet browser and began to type. The first thing he would start with: places to meet potential dates.

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Author's Note: And the plot thickens! Muahahahaha! I hope you guys like it! Read and review!